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Thursday Cheese Curds: Young Packers defenders need to take a big step

The Packers have a lot of talent on defense, it’s true. But for the defense to reach its full potential, they’re going to need big contributions from some of their younger prospects.

Eric Stokes had an excellent rookie season, and the Packers will need him to take a big step forward to solidify their secondary. Quay Walker is as athletic and talented as they come, and if he can play a big role early, the Packers will have a linebacker group unlike anything we’ve seen in quite some time. Devonte Wyatt is the defensive line version of Walker; athletic and talented, the perfect accompanying piece for an elite teammate at the same position.